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Normandy, 1 Overnight

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NORMANDY - A land destined to play a major role in both the changing of Europe and the entire world. It's history began when Julius Caesar's Romans conquered the Celtic Tribes in 56 BC; later, the then ruthless Viking Norsemen invaded in AD 820 and, in AD 911, Viking leader Rollo became the first Duke of Normandy under the Treaty of St-Claire-sur-Epte. In 1066, from the beaches of Normandy, Duke William (the Conqueror) invaded England and was eventually crowned King on Christmas Day, altering the course of England dramatically. 878 years later, Allied Forces crossed the English Channel on 6 June 1944 (D-Day), landing on the Normandy beaches in the biggest movement of military manpower in history. In less than 3 months, Normandy was liberated, but the effect was devastating as whole towns disappeared and the landscape was forever scarred, if not destroyed. The Normans faced the enormous task of reconstruction - and through patience, stubborness and the maintaining of traditions and values, this bountiful, cultural and most serene region is once again regaining its past - a renewed past of charm, ideals and indigenous nostalgia that continually lures its visitors.

ITINERARY

1 Overnight Itinerary

DAY 1: Afternoon and evening departure from various pick-up points

DAY 2: Upon arriving At Utah Beach, we pause for breakfast (not incl). Utah Beach was the D-Day objective of the 4th Division under the command of General Theordore Roosevelt on D-Day. We continue to Saint-Mère- Église the first French town freed by the 82nd Airborne Division and nowardays home of the Airborne Museum and the beginning of the "Liberty Highway", the route the Allied Forces took to Bastogne. Our next stop will be Pointe du Hoc where Rudder's 2nd Rangers stormed the 100-foot cliffs to take out the German gun battery there. Then it's on to Omaha Beach, where the heaviest D-Day casualties were incurred. Here, the 1st and the 29th Inf. Divisions performed the most difficult task under the heaviest barrages from the German defenders. Overlooking Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery and the 1st ID memorial at Colleville-sur-Mer is our next destination. Nearby, atop the cliffs, are the remains of the German Longues Batteries, wellpreserved casements still armed with guns. We continue to the seaside resort village of Arromanches-les-Bains where we are going to have dinner. Arromanches is remebered for its artificial port trhat served the Allies until the end of 1944. You may opt to visit the exhibition of the landing of the Allied Forces on June 6th, 1944 at the historic Mulberry Harbor Museum. After some free time for souvenir shopping and dinner (€26), it's on to Caen where we check in to our First Class Hotel. The rest of the evening is free for your own activities.

DAY 3: We depart early for the village of Benouville to view the famous Pegasus Bridge, named after the insignia (Flying Horse) worn by the 6th British Airborne Division which liberated the structure. We then continue on to the Belleau Wood Area, site of the WWI Marine Memorial and the American Aisne-Marne Cemetery followed by the WWI American Memorial at Chateau Thierry. We then begin the return to Germany, stopping in the Verdun area for dinner (not incl), before arriving at points of origin late at night.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

INCLUDED:

  • Roundtrip transportation by nonsmoking Deluxe Motor Coach, with WC, AC
  • 1 Overnight with Breakfast Buffet in a First Class Hotel in the Caen/Bayeux area
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Services of an Guide

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Single room supplement, $70 per person. (If booking on a 'share' basis & none is available, please understand that you will be required to pay the single supplement.)
  • Entrance Fees, approx. €15
  • Lunches & Dinners
  • Tips & expenses of a personal nature

CHILDREN: 3-12 yrs. of age receive a $10 discount. Under 3, require a bus seat and their own safety seat (not provided) pay $150. Children 12 and under receive a discount on Entrance Fees, paying approx. €10.


DOCUMENTS: Valid US Tourist Passport for both military and civillian personnel. Military without a tourist passport should check with their Personnel Office or the Foreign Clearance Guide for information on current travel regulations to France. It is the responsibility of NON US CITIZENS to meet proper VISA requirements for ALL countries.


CANCELLATION FEES (Per Person): More than 14 days prior to departure, $60; within 14 to 7 days prior, $100; 7 days or less, 50% of tour price will be charged.

NO REFUND FOR NO SHOWS!


NOTE: Hotel ratings by local standard. reserves the right, when necessary, to change hotel accommodations without sacrificing quality. Itinerary and prices subject to change without notice. is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged articles.

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Dates & Prices of Normandy 1 overnight

Dates Overnights Price Confirmed
November
21.11.2008 - 23.11.2008 1 $ 344
February
12.02.2009 - 14.02.2009 1 $ 314
March
13.03.2009 - 15.03.2009 1 $ 314

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Departure Times of NORMANDY 1 Overnight

* indicates pick-up enroute

1315 - BAMBERG
Warner Barracks, Outside Gate 3, Zollnerstrasse
1630 - BAUMHOLDER
Smith Barracks Outside Main Gate, Kennedy Allee, Post Office
1845 - DARMSTADT
Cambrai Fritsch Kaserne, Outside North Gate, (Exit Gate), Ludwigshöhstr.
1400 - GRAFENWÖHR
Outside Gate 3
1645 - HANAU
Pioneer Kaserne, Outside Main Gate
1915 - HEIDELBERG
Park and Drive Circle, Outside Back Gate, Patrick Henry Village
1700 - ILLESHEIM
Storck Brcks, Outside Main Gate
2115* - KAISERSLAUTERN
'Share a Ride' Parking Lot (off A6 West exit), next to traffic circle by McDonalds
1600 - KATTERBACH
Outside Main Gate, Bus Stop
2200* - LANDSTUHL
Bus Stop Outside between Gate 2 & 4
1945 - MANNHEIM
Ben Franklin Village, Outside Main Gate, Traffic Circle
2145* - RAMSTEIN
Shell Station (Autohof), off A6, Landstuhl exit #13 (€5 per day)
1415 - SCHWEINFURT
Ledward Barracks, Outside Main Gate
1500 - SPANGDAHLEM AFB
Visitor Control Center Parking Lot, Outside New Main Gate
1730 - STUTTGART
Patch Barracks, Outside Main Gate
1430 - VILSECK
Rose Barracks, Outside Main Gate, BMW Car Dealer
1800 - WIESBADEN Airfield
Outside Main Gate
1500 - WÜRZBURG
Leighton Barracks, Outside the Gerbrunn Gate

Other Pick-ups available on request, Minimum Participation Required.

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Right is reserved to program changes and alterations as well as substitution of services listed above,
when and where necessary without prior notice. We reserve the right to cancel the tour if the minimum
participation is not reached.

Hotel ratings by local standard. reserves the right, when necessary, to change hotel
accommodations without sacrificing quality. Itinerary and prices subject to change without notice.
is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged articles. Conditions accepted upon booking.

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